Assistant Vice President, Credit Ratings, Energy & Natural Resources

Morningstar, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global provider of independent rating services as an Assistant Vice President in Toronto. This dynamic role involves analyzing corporate credit ratings in the regulated utilities and independent power producer sectors. You'll lead new rating assignments, communicate findings at rating committees, and produce timely reports. With a hybrid work environment, you can enjoy the flexibility of remote work while collaborating with a talented team. If you have a strong background in credit analysis and financial modeling, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the credit rating industry.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in credit or financial services.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze creditworthiness of corporate issuers in regulated utilities.
• Produce high-quality rating reports and press releases.

Skills

Credit Analysis

Financial Modeling

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Education

University degree in accounting

University degree in business

University degree in economics

University degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Global Corporates Rating Group is seeking a highly motivated corporate credit rating analyst to join its team in Toronto as an Assistant Vice President.

The successful candidate will be responsible for working on corporate credit ratings in the North American regulated utilities and independent power producer sectors. The position involves performing financial statement analysis, building financial forecasts, preparing rating committee materials, presenting recommended rating actions at rating committees, preparing and publishing press releases, and rating reports. Experience and knowledge of companies operating in these sectors would be a key asset.

Job Responsibilities

1. Analyze and assess the creditworthiness of corporate issuers in the regulated utilities and independent power producer sectors.
2. Contribute to and lead new rating assignments.
3. Communicate analytical findings and recommendations at rating committees.
4. Produce timely, high-quality rating reports, press releases, research notes, and industry studies.
5. Participate in and lead meetings with corporate issuers, investors, and bankers.
6. Contribute to the development of research products and credit rating methodologies.

Qualifications

1. 4+ years of experience in credit, financial services, or with companies in the utilities and independent power producer sectors.
2. University degree in accounting, business, economics, or engineering.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
4. Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with high attention to detail.
5. Excellent communication (verbal and written), presentation, and interpersonal skills.
6. Team player capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

Morningstar DBRS is a leading provider of independent rating services and opinions for a wide range of entities globally. Rating over 4,000 issuers and 60,000 securities, it ranks among the top four credit rating agencies worldwide.

We empower investor success by providing transparency and diverse opinions in the credit rating industry. Our agility, technological approach, and customer service differentiate us in the market.

If you accept an offer from us, personal and related investments must be disclosed to our Compliance team for review to identify conflicts of interest. Depending on your role and location, certain accounts may need to be held with an approved broker.

Our hybrid work environment allows for remote work with in-person collaboration, typically three days a week. Additional benefits are available to support flexibility and engagement with our global team.